Question

why are cells so small?

Answer 1

is there a factor that limits the size of a cell?

Answer 2

Cells are so small so the surface area and volume of them can be proportional to each other. This helps with the efficiency of the cell's absorption and waste expulsion processes. Also by the cell's smallness, communication from the nucleus to other organelles is fast and the cell can be regulated while the conditions for diffusion are still ideal.

Answer 3

thank you :)

Answer 4

yw ^_^

Answer 5

is there a factor that limits the size of a cell @petiteme

Answer 6

I would say it has to be bigger than atoms and molecules.

Answer 7

thank you :) @wolfe8

Answer 8

Here's what I found http://quizlet.com/8527871/factors-that-limit-cell-size-flash-cards/